Senior Manager, Project & Strategy Lead – Engineering HR

RTX

Engineering HR strategy leader driving transformation initiatives at RTX, an aerospace and defense company. Leading workforce strategy, organizational effectiveness, executive communications, and cross-functional program management.

Posted 8/10/2026full-timeRemote • Iowa • 🇺🇸 United StatesSenior💰 $132,400 - $251,600 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in project management, HR strategy, and organizational transformation within complex technical environments. Proven ability to analyze data, drive change management initiatives, and create executive-level communications.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Project ManagementHR StrategyChange ManagementAnalytical SkillsCross-Functional Leadership

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Hard Skills

Project ManagementHR StrategyOrganizational EffectivenessData AnalysisChange Management

Soft Skills

Stakeholder EngagementCommunicationCollaboration

Tools & Technologies

AgileScrumPMPProsci Change Management

Certifications & Qualifications

PMPAgile/ScrumProsci Change Management

Industry Keywords

Engineering TransformationGlobal OrganizationsAerospaceDefenseOrganizational Development

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

PMP

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Serve as a strategic partner to the Executive Director, HRBP supporting the global Engineering organization
Drive execution of Engineering transformation initiatives across HR, Engineering leadership, and key functional partners
Lead complex cross-functional projects involving workforce strategy, organizational effectiveness, and operational improvements
Coordinate strategic planning, operating reviews, and leadership updates
Create executive-ready communications, presentations, and briefs
Analyze organizational, talent, and project data to identify trends, risks, and insights
Collaborate with Centers of Excellence to align HR initiatives with Engineering’s strategic priorities
Drive continuous improvement in team operations, stakeholder engagement, and project execution processes

Requirements

What you’ll need

University Degree and minimum 10 years of prior relevant experience, or an Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 7 years of experience
6+ years of experience in project management, HR strategy, business operations, consulting, or transformation roles
Demonstrated experience supporting complex or technical organizations
Experience in change management and cross-functional stakeholder leadership
Master’s degree in Business, Organizational Development, or related field preferred
PMP, Agile/Scrum, Prosci Change Management, or equivalent certifications preferred
Experience working within large global organizations, ideally within RTX or aerospace/defense sectors preferred
Strong analytical skills and ability to interpret workforce and organizational data
Familiarity with organizational transformation, engineering processes, and technology-driven organizational change
Must be authorized to work in the U.S. without company immigration sponsorship now or in the future
No security clearance required

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical, dental, and vision insurance
Three weeks of vacation for newly hired employees
Generous 401(k) plan with employer matching funds and separate employer retirement contribution, including a Lifetime Income Strategy option
Tuition reimbursement program
Student Loan Repayment Program
Life insurance and disability coverage
Optional pet insurance, home and auto insurance, additional life and accident insurance, critical illness insurance, group legal, and ID theft protection
Birth, adoption, and parental leave benefits
Ovia Health, fertility, and family planning
Adoption Assistance
Autism Benefit
Employee Assistance Plan, including up to 10 free counseling sessions
Healthy You Incentives wellness rewards program
Doctor on Demand virtual doctor visits
Bright Horizons child and elder care services
Teladoc Medical Experts second opinion program
Paid time off and holidays
Flexible work schedules
Employee Scholar Program
Annual short-term and/or long-term incentive compensation programs may be available